Benjamin Vincent Hercules vs Shivaksh Grover

PSS IM Norm 2017, 2017 · Result 0–1 · Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45).

Shivaksh Grover24731

Benjamin Vincent Hercules21630

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Game details

White: Benjamin Vincent Hercules (2163)
Black: Shivaksh Grover (2473)
Result: 0–1
Event: PSS IM Norm 2017
Year: 2017
Opening: Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45)

About this chess game

This chess game between Benjamin Vincent Hercules (2163) and Shivaksh Grover (2473) was played at PSS IM Norm 2017 in 2017 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Benjamin Vincent Hercules vs Shivaksh Grover?

Benjamin Vincent Hercules vs Shivaksh Grover (2017) finished 0–1, a win for Shivaksh Grover.

What opening was played in Benjamin Vincent Hercules vs Shivaksh Grover?

The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (ECO D45).

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